PheadrusGs Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 Hi I have a B series that is missing the outer door handles. The inner handles appear to be intact. The glass is up so I don't think I can get a coat hanger in there to pull the inner latch. Any advice on how to get the door open? I felt around through the opening but couldn't get ahold of anything. Thanks. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/64691-help-need-advice-on-opening-b-series-door-with-no-handles/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
hicrop10 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Use a pair of vice grip to twist the handle on the inside of hole. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/64691-help-need-advice-on-opening-b-series-door-with-no-handles/#findComment-462940 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Y Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Look straight in the large hole and you'll see the square hole the handle goes in. I *think* a 1/4" ratchet extension may fit or find a piece of small square stock that fits. A flat blade screwdriver would work in a pinch if it fits well. Rotate the square part counterclockwise and the door may (should) open. On mine the latch mechanism was blown apart and required removal of the inner door panel. If push comes to shove, removal of the lock bead and the rear window is another option. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/64691-help-need-advice-on-opening-b-series-door-with-no-handles/#findComment-462942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PheadrusGs Posted October 25, 2020 Author Share Posted October 25, 2020 Thanks guys. I'll try your suggestions tomorrow. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/64691-help-need-advice-on-opening-b-series-door-with-no-handles/#findComment-462943 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PheadrusGs Posted October 25, 2020 Author Share Posted October 25, 2020 Does the inner handle pull up or down to open the door? I might try and slip a rope through the top of the window if the stuff you guys suggested doesn't work. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/64691-help-need-advice-on-opening-b-series-door-with-no-handles/#findComment-462944 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Y Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 Depends on the orientation of the handle. Again like the outer handle it would turn ccw. Either push down, or push forward. I have mine attached so to push down. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/64691-help-need-advice-on-opening-b-series-door-with-no-handles/#findComment-462967 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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